Antique Plate of Hemiptera Insects and Pyrophorus - d'Orbigny
Antique Plate of Hemiptera Insects and Pyrophorus - d'Orbigny
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This reproduction of an entomological plate illustrates several specimens of hemiptera, including the remarkable fire-beaked Pyrophorus. The image features precise anatomical details, including isolated views of the heads and appendages. The chromatic work on orange and green hues underlines the complexity of these insects, as documented in the Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle.
The plate is extracted from the corpus directed by Charles d'Orbigny in the mid-19th century. At that time, entomology was experiencing significant growth, and this work is part of an effort toward systematic classification. The fineness of the line and the hierarchy of visual elements reflect the scientific and artistic demands of the engravers attached to this monumental encyclopedia.
Intended for collectors of scientific illustrations, this reproduction allows one to appreciate the morphology of tropical insects. It finds its place in a modern cabinet of curiosities or a library. This plate constitutes a historical testimony to the evolution of natural sciences and the art of zoological illustration of the past.
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About this print
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